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Paris, France – In a thrilling finale to the men’s 20km race walk at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Brian Pintado of Ecuador emerged victorious, capturing the gold medal in a remarkable performance. Pintado, who had finished 37th in Rio 2016 and 12th in Tokyo 2020, finally achieved Olympic glory with a stunning time of 1:18:55.
With just two kilometers remaining, Pintado made a decisive move that propelled him past his competitors, Caio Bonfim of Brazil and Álvaro Martín of Spain. Pintado’s surge not only secured him the top spot but also marked Ecuador’s first Olympic gold medal of the Paris Games. In a celebratory twist, Pintado paid homage to the sports world with a “siuuu” celebration, famously popularized by football star Cristiano Ronaldo.
Caio Bonfim of Brazil took the silver medal with a time of 1:19:09, achieving Brazil’s first-ever medal in race walking. The bronze went to Álvaro Martín of Spain, who crossed the finish line just behind Bonfim with a time of 1:19:11. Martín, the 2023 world champion, narrowly missed out on adding an Olympic gold to his impressive resume.
Pintado’s triumph not only underscores his exceptional endurance and strategic acumen but also marks a historic moment for Ecuadorian athletics. The race walk event saw a dramatic finish that showcased the intense competition and high stakes of Olympic athletics.
🥇Brian Daniel Pintado (ECU): 1:18:55
🥈Caio Bonfim (BRA): 1:19:09
🥉Alvaro Martin (ESP): 1:19:11
As the Games continue, Pintado’s victory will undoubtedly be remembered as a highlight of Paris 2024, celebrating the spirit of perseverance and excellence in sport.